Billy Budd Multiple Choice Test Questions

Chapter 1

1. What is a "Handsome Sailor"?(a) The name of Captain Graveling's merchant ship. (b) The name of William Bligh's frigate. (c) The dashing sailor who has a girl in every port. (d) A sailor who is attractive, strong, ethical and a natural leader.

2. Who is Billy Budd?(a) A thief and troublemaker. (b) A young native African who dresses in colorful clothes. (c) The captain of the HMS Bellipotent. (d) A young fair-skinned, blue eyed foretopman.

3. Why does Billy join the British navy?(a) He is conscripted into service. (b) He wants to defend his country. (c) His father is a naval Captain. (d) His best friend is joining up and convinces him to follow.